Eclipse Public License 2.0
WeakUsed by: Eclipse Platform, WTP
Description
A copyleft license requiring modified versions of the software to be shared under the same license but allowing linking with proprietary code.
Key Features
- Project-level copyleft
- Patent grants
- Clear contribution terms
- Commercial friendliness
History & Context
Created by Eclipse Foundation in 2004, updated in 2019. Designed for commercial open source projects.
Compatibility
| License | Compatibility |
|---|---|
| With gpl | GPL-3.0 can incorporate EPL-2.0 code |
| With mit | EPL-2.0 can incorporate MIT-licensed code |
| With bsd | EPL-2.0 can incorporate BSD-licensed code |
| With proprietary | Yes (with restrictions) |
License Details
Copyleft Strength
Weak
Legal Enforceability
Moderate court precedent
Notable Projects
Eclipse PlatformWTP
License Provisions
AttributionRequired
Source codeModified files only
Modification clauseMust share changes to original files
WarrantyDisclaimer included